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How to Create a Professional Email Account

By Elliot, BearHost·

Create professional email accounts for your domain using cPanel. Having a branded email address builds trust with your customers.

Access Email Accounts

  1. Log in to cPanel
  2. Find the Email section
  3. Click Email Accounts

Create New Email Account

  1. Click Create button
  2. Enter the email address (e.g., info, support, yourname)
  3. Choose a strong password or generate one
  4. Set the mailbox quota (storage limit)
  5. Click Create

Recommended Email Addresses

Consider creating these common addresses:

  • info@ — General inquiries
  • support@ — Customer support
  • sales@ — Sales inquiries
  • admin@ — Administrative contact
  • yourname@ — Personal business email

Access Your Email

Webmail

  1. Visit yourdomain.com/webmail
  2. Enter your full email address and password
  3. Choose your preferred webmail client (Roundcube recommended)

Email Client Setup

Configure Outlook, Apple Mail, or Thunderbird:

Incoming Server (IMAP): mail.yourdomain.com, Port 993, SSL Outgoing Server (SMTP): mail.yourdomain.com, Port 465, SSL

Email Storage

Each email account has a storage quota. Monitor usage in cPanel under Email Accounts to avoid bounced emails when full.

Tips for Professional Email

  • Use a consistent naming convention
  • Set up email signatures
  • Configure autoresponders for when you're away
  • Use spam filters to keep your inbox clean
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